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NGO SEEKS PARTNERSHIP WITH LANDMARK UNIVERSITY
On Thursday 19th May, 2022, the Kwara Agricultural Network team (a non-governmental organization) paid a courtesy visit to the University’s management seeking collaborations on agriprenuership, agricultural value chain, research and training.
Receiving the team, the acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Charity Aremu noted that the institution’s research endeavour is guided by United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals and the twelve Landmark University Strategic Goals. She stated that Landmark is open to collaborating in areas of advancement that would further situate students’ development and attract them to agribusiness, in addition to the agriprenuership programme already ongoing. Professor Charity Aremu then urged the team to work on maximizing value chain in order to curb food waste in the country. “Platforms must be created to develop ways to incite the youths to participate in agriculture. To find a way forward, we must consider agriculture, food system and value chains”.
Speaking on the purpose of the visit, the Chief Executive Officer, Kwara Agricultural Network, Mr Al-Mustapha Ibrahim, intimated the management on the activities of the organization which are related to SDG 2 (zero hunger). He noted further that their NGO is spearheading the Zero Hunger Kwara project launched by the Kwara State government to eradicate food insecurity in the state. According to him, his organization is charged to collaborate with Landmark University going by her agrarian drive and research pedigree. Mr Ibrahim further made it known that the visit is aimed at proposing collaboration between the institution and the Zero Hunger Kwara project and the Kwara State Ministry of Agriculture on a value chain specialization programme. The programme is aimed at training over three thousand youths on innovation, technology and other agricultural practices. In his presentation, Mr Ibrahim added that to achieve zero hunger, Artificial Intelligence and drone technology are areas that must be properly harnessed, hence the quest to collaborate with the university on the training.
Concluding the meeting, some members of management in the meeting applauded the ideas of Kwara Agricultural Network towards eradicating food insecurity through youth engagement in agriprenuership. They, thereafter, advised the team to engage in more productive programmes that would positively impact the society and the nation at large.
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The Ag. Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charity Aremu making her remarks at the meeting
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LMU Registrar, Miss Adefunke Fola Oyinloye addressing the meeting
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Mr. Al-Mustapha Ibrahim during his presentation
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The meeting in progress
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The meeting in progress
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The Ag. Vice-Chancellor in a group photograph presenting the University souvenir to Mr Al-Mustapha Ibrahim, the Chief Executive Officer, Kwara Agricul
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NIGERIAN RED CROSS SEEKS COLLABORATION WITH LANDMARK UNIVERSITY
In a bid to expand its humanitarian reach and foster greater community engagement, the Nigerian Red Cross Society, Irepodun Local Government Chapter has expressed interest in establishing a collaboration with Landmark University on Wednesday 10th April 2024. The proposed partnership aims to establish a Red Cross detachment on the university campus, offering students, faculty, and staff an avenue to participate actively in humanitarian efforts.
Mr. James Ibiwoye, Chair of the Nigerian Red Cross in Irepodun Local Government, presented the organization's intentions during a meeting with the University management. He highlighted the existing involvement of university faculty and staff as members and officials of the Red Cross, emphasizing the need for a dedicated detachment on campus to further integrate the university community into the society's initiatives. Members of the Landmark University community in the society were Dr Bamidele Fakinle (Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering) the Secretary of the Society, and Dr Marion Adebiyi (Head of the Department of Computer Science) a member.
In response, the Vice-Chancellor of Landmark University expressed appreciation for the consideration of the university in the Red Cross's expansion plans. Drawing parallels between the vision and values of both organizations, particularly in the areas of volunteering and leadership, he underscored the significance of sacrifice as a core value shared by the university and the Red Cross.
Corroborating the Vice-Chancellor were the positive remarks by other members of the university's management present at the meeting, who voiced their support for the acceptance and operation of the Red Cross on the Landmark University campus. The proposed collaboration holds the promise of enhancing the university's commitment to community service and humanitarianism, providing valuable opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to contribute meaningfully to societal welfare.
As discussions progress between Landmark University and the Nigerian Red Cross Society, both parties are poised to embark on a partnership that exemplifies the spirit of collaboration and shared values. Together, they aim to create a platform for fostering a culture of service and selflessness within the university community, ultimately making a positive impact on the broader society.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Ajanaku welcoming the Nigerian Red Cross Team to Landmark University
The Chair, Nigerian Red Cross Irepodun Local Government, Mr. James Ibiwoye speaking about the organisation to the Landmark Univuersity Management team.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ajanaku presenting the University’s souvenir to the Red Cross Chair, Mr James Ibiwoye
The University management and the Red Cross team in a group photograph.
